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H-1B filings surge 242% in Texas district as demand falls across US

H-1B visa demand has dropped nationally but surged dramatically in several Republican-held Texas districts, highlighting a unique trend amid growing…

August 13, 2026 20:05 IST

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US launches crackdown on CPT for international students; Colleges face increased scrutiny

SEVP has sent a Broadcast Message to all DSOs reminding them that CPT authorization must be tied to a student’s…

August 13, 2026 18:06 IST

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H-1B Crackdown Looms: Cap exemptions, employer compliance and third-party placements now in Trump’s crosshairs

The rule proposes to revise eligibility for cap exemptions, increase scrutiny for employers that have violated program requirements, and boost…

Updated: August 12, 2026 17:28 IST

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New Zealand announces launch of new visitor visa online system

Immigration New Zealand will only accept applications for most visitor visas through its enhanced Immigration Online system, as the old…

August 11, 2026 16:36 IST

Why Skilled Foreign Workers Could Find It Harder To Get Green Cards

H-1B and other skilled workers may face tougher green card process – What is US PERM rule proposal?

A new US labor rule could tighten the permanent residency process for skilled foreign workers by changing labor certification requirements,…

August 11, 2026 10:19 IST

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NRI Vs OCI Cardholder: Key differences in citizenship, voting rights, taxation and investments

An OCI cardholder is legally a foreign national with special privileges in India, while an NRI remains an Indian citizen…

Updated: August 11, 2026 12:28 IST

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US announces final rule expanding H-1B, L-1 biometric fee to same-employer extensions

Large employers who rely heavily on H-1B or L-1 workers will now have to pay this fee on almost every…

August 10, 2026 17:36 IST

Indian H-1B worker facing potential job loss as US considers ending 60-day grace period

US may remove H-1B 60-day grace period: What Indian professionals can do if they lose their jobs

The US may remove the H-1B 60-day grace period after job loss. An immigration expert explains what Indian professionals should…

Updated: August 10, 2026 11:55 IST

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New Zealand announces parent resident visa changes, applicants to get priority under new system

New Zealand has changed the Parent Resident Visa selection process, with around 90% of Expressions of Interest to be selected…

August 9, 2026 13:37 IST

Laid off on H-1B? New DHS rule could end 60-day safety net after job loss

The US Department of Homeland Security proposes eliminating the 60-day job search grace period for H-1B visa holders, restricting foreign…

August 8, 2026 14:08 IST

Explained: Why 1,500 Indian graduates in Canada are facing PGWP rejections and what happens next

Canada’s post-graduation work permit dispute impacts hundreds of international students as policy changes disrupt expected pathways from study to work…

August 7, 2026 22:59 IST

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US announces new rule requiring some family-based green card applicants to post a public charge bond

Family-based petition applicants may now need to post a Public Charge Bond if their immigrant visa application is denied on…

August 7, 2026 16:19 IST

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US announces major policy change; immigration applications can now be rejected without warning

USCIS officers now have full discretion to deny an immigration benefit request straight away, without first issuing an RFE or…

August 6, 2026 19:21 IST

Indian-American judge rules Trump’s Green Card ban illegal — Who is Amit Mehta?

Indian-origin Judge Amit Mehta ruled the Trump administration’s Green Card freeze affecting 75 countries unlawful, impacting visa policies and immigrant…

August 6, 2026 09:19 IST

A new civics test? Trump administration moves to raise education bar for US citizenship

The Trump administration proposes changes to the US citizenship test to introduce new educational standards and allow third-party exam administration,…

August 5, 2026 22:42 IST